On bending of a beam, which is the layer which is neither elongated nor shortened?
A)axis of load
B)neutral axis
C)center of gravity
D)none of the mentioned

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The neutral axis in a beam is the layer that experiences no elongation or shortening when the beam is subjected to bending. It is at this axis that the stress in the beam changes from tensile to compressive.

On Bending of a Beam, Which Is the Layer Which